Why Give?
Since its inception, James River Day School has shown its commitment to academic excellence and the character development of its students. This year, we are asking our community to “Step Up & Give” to the Cardinal Annual Fund (CAF) to help our faculty and staff fulfill our mission to cultivate intellectual curiosity and strength of character in a joyful community.
Our goal is to raise $250,000 for the Cardinal Annual Fund this year. Your tax-deductible donation to the Cardinal Annual Fund makes a difference in the lives of our students and our community as a whole. Here are just a few ways the CAF supports James River:
Your gift supports every student. Tuition provides a foundation, but it doesn’t cover the full cost of a James River education. Annual giving bridges that difference, meaning every single student is a direct recipient of donor generosity.
You sustain the excellence of a James River education. Contributions to the CAF help provide the resources that make our program extraordinary—small classes, dedicated faculty, vibrant arts, athletics, and character education—that tuition alone cannot fully support. Your impact is immediate and lasting. Cardinal Annual Fund gifts are put to work right away, supporting today’s students and faculty while strengthening the school for years to come. When we all come together, our collective impact is powerful and lasting.
Invest in what matters most. The Cardinal Annual Fund fuels the heart of James River—talented teachers, joyful classrooms, and the programs that shape students into curious, confident, and kind leaders.
Celebrate community. Giving is a way to step up for the people and traditions that make James River special. Every gift, large or small, strengthens the sense of connection that defines our school.
Inspire the next step. The Cardinal Annual Fund support empowers James River students to put their best foot forward by exploring new ideas, taking healthy risks, and leading with empathy.A gift of any size is appreciated and will help us continue to live into our mission and ensure that our students are future-ready. Together, we can continue to provide an exceptional learning environment for the leaders of tomorrow.
Thank you for your continued support of James River Day School.
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| Leadership Societies | |
| Legacy Society | $10,000 & up |
| Founders' Society | $7,000 - $9,999 |
| Trustees' Society | $4,500 - $6,999 |
| Directors' Society | $3,000 - $4,499 |
| 1971 Society | $1,500 - $2,999 |
| Donors contributing $1,500 or more each year to the Cardinal Annual Fund are recognized as members of the James River Society. | |
| Gift Clubs | |
| Cardinal Club | $900 - $1,499 |
| River Club | $450 - $899 |
| Red & White Club | $150 - $449 |
| Friends | Gifts up to $149 |
